Masala Indian Cuisine Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Masala Indian Cuisine, a gem in McLean, VA, offering a delightful fusion of Himalayan and Indian flavors. Their menu boasts an impressive array of dishes, catering to both meat lovers and vegans alike. Begin your culinary journey with the Chicken Momo, described by patrons as juicy and packed with flavor, or choose the iconic Vegetable Samosa, a crispy delight filled with spicy potatoes and peas.
- Hearty choices like Butter Chicken or the new Chicken Choila immerse diners in rich, authentic flavors.
- Don’t miss the exquisite Aloo Tama, featuring bamboo shoots and potatoes for a unique twist.
- Complement your meal with expertly crafted drinks, including the light and refreshing Mango Lassi.
With its classy-casual setting and attentive service, Masala Indian Cuisine promises an unforgettable dining experience, perfect for families or a night out with friends.
Beers and Wines (Must be 21 to Purchase)
Mango Lassi
Sweet Lassi
Soda
Lemonade
Ginger Ale
Honey Water
Ice Tea
Fried Shrimp
Shrimp marinated in rice flour batter and fenugreek seed
Chicken 65
Boneless chicken | ginger | red chili | yogurt | mustard seeds | vinegar.
Chicken Sekuwa
Chicken roasted in a natural wood fire in a real traditional Nepalese country style.
Chilli Chicken
Sauteed batter fried chicken with green chili, bell pepper, onions and cooked in garlic chili sauce.
Chicken Momo
Steamed dumpling made with minced chicken, onion, garlic, ginger and spiced mix. Served with tomato achar (Nepalese tomato based sauce).
Chicken Choila
(NEW ITEM) Grilled marinated chicken, Nepalese spices, mustard oil, ginger, garlic, and onions.
Chicken Wings
Traditional chicken wings served with buffalo sauce
Chicken Lollipop
(NEW ITEM) Crispy chicken drumettes marinated and batter-fried.
House Beverages
Non-Vegetarian Appetizers
Vegetable Samosa
Crispy turnover patties stuffed with spicy potatoes and peas. Vegan.
Vegetable Pakora
Mix vegetable fritters banded with chickpeas flour.
Aloo Tikki
(New ITEM) Crispy potato patties stuffed with spiced lentils.
Gobhi Manchurian
Fried cauliflower florets cooked with green onions, soy, garlic and chili. Vegan.
Samosa Chat
Samosa served with chickpeas, toppings-yogurt, mint, and tamarind sauce.
Vegetable Momo
Steamed dumplings from Nepal, made with minced vegetable, onion, garlic, and spices. Served with a tomato achar.
Spinach Chaat
Crisp fried spinach and chickpeas batter with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, onions, yogurt, and spice mixes.
Paneer Chili
(NEW ITEM) Homemade Cottage cheese sauteed with bell peppers, onions, and garlic chili sauce.
Dum Aloo
(NEW ITEM) Stir-fried potatoes with chef's special Himalayan species.
Tamato Soup
Sweetcorn Soup
A soup made with tender corn kernels, and spices.
Vegetarian Appetizers
Soup
House Salad
Green lettuce, cucumber, carrot, cherry tomato, and feta cheese.
Mango Avocado Salad
Mango and avocado with mixed greens and sweet chili sauce.
Chicken Tikka Salad
Iceberg lettuce, seasonal greens, cherry tomato, cucumber.
Jhol Chicken Momo
Served with a soupy sauce
Jhol Vegetable Momo
Served with a soupy sauce.
Steamed Chicken Mo-mo
Steamed Vegetable Mo-mo
Chili Chicken Momo
Served with chili and peppers.
Chili Vegetable Momo
Served with chili and peppers.
Salads
Momo (Chicken or Vegetable)
Paneer Tikka - Tandoori
Cottage cheese and fennel seed marinated in masala and tangy sauce.
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken with bones marinated in hung yogurt, spices and lemon juice.
Tulsi Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken breast marinated in cream cheese and fresh basil.
Lamb Chops - Tandoori
Lamb chops marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic and flavored with mint.
Tandoori Mix Grill
An assorted grill of chicken, lamb and shrimp.
Tandoori Salmon
Oven baked king salmon chunks marinated in sour cream, herbs and masala.
Tandoori Shrimp
Broiled tiger shrimp marinated in roasted garlic and chili paste.
Assorted Seafood Grill
A mix of tandoori salmon and shrimp.
Seekh kabab
Minced lamb blended with onions, whole spices, and herbs.
Kesari Chicken Tikka
(NEW ITEM) Chicken thigh marinated in mustard oil and spices.
Chicken Vindaloo
Highly seasoned boneless chicken dish made with potato, spicy tangy sauce, and spices.
Chicken Tikka Masala
White meat chicken tikka cooked in mild creamy sauce.
Kadai Chicken
Boneless chicken cooked with bell pepper and onion.
Chicken Korma
Keshar flavored chicken cooked in almond and onion sauce.
Mango Chicken
Chicken thigh cooked with mango-based sauce.
Chicken Curry
Boneless chicken cooked in spices, onion and tomato masala.
Chicken Saag
Chicken thigh and spinach cooked together with onion, garlic, and spices.
Butter Chicken
Chicken cooked in creamy rich sauce made with onion, tomatoes, and butter.
Punjab Chicken
(NEW ITEM) Chicken thigh meat cooked in yogurt-based sauce.
Tandoori Sizzlers
Chicken Temptations
Kashmiri Rogan Josh
Spiced lamb curry from valley of Kashmir cooked in yogurt sauce.
Lamb Madras
Lamb cooked in curry leaves, coconut milk and coconut powder.
Lamb Curry
Succulent lamb cooked in our house blend spices.
Lamb Korma
Tender chunks of lamb cooked in cardamons and cashew nuts in a smooth white rich gravy
Goat Curry
Bone-In goat cooked in curry sauce.
Lamb Vindaloo
Highly seasoned lamb dish made with potato, spicy tangy sauce and spices.
Lamb Saag
Boneless lamb and spinach cooked together with onion, garlic, and spices.
Lamb Tikka Masala
Lamb cooked with creamy tomato sauce.
Lamb Bhuna
(NEW ITEM) Lamb cooked with peppers and onions.
Coconut Fish Curry
Fish curry made with coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seed
Fish Vindaloo
Highly seasoned fish dish made with potatoes, spicy tangy sauce and spices.
Sea-Food Curry
Shrimp and salmon fish stewed in tomato and garam masala.
Mirchi Scallops
Scallops cooked in ginger, green chili, red chili and peppercorn masala.
Salmon Tikka Masala
Salmon cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.
Shrimp Balchao
Sweet and sour shrimp cooked with masalas and served with lemon tomato sauce.
Shrimp Dopiaza
Shrimp with onions, tomato, green chili, corriander leaves and ginger garlic paste.
Lamb Delicacies
Seafood Baits
Dal Makhani
Overnight soaked slow cooked black lentils spices, butter, tomato and cream.
Gobi Mutter
Gobi (cauliflower) and green peas cooked with ginger flavor. Vegan.
Kadhai Paneer
Cottage cheese with bell pepper and onion.
Palak Paneer
Cottage cheese and spinach with roasted garlic.
Mutter Panner
Panner and green peas cooked together with onion sauce.
Malai Kofta
Paneer, cashew, potato and quinoa dumplings in rich milk solids sauce.
Sahi Panner Korma
Homemade cottage cheese cooked in creamy almond and cashew sauce.
Baingan Bharta
Mashed and baked eggplant cooked with green peas, onion, tomato and spices.
Vegetable Korma
Mixed vegetable cooked in creamy cashew sauce.
Bhindi Amchuri
Fresh okra saute with onion, tomato and cilantro. Vegan.
Chana Masala
Garbanzo beans cooked with tangy spices. Vegan.
Panner Tikka Masala
Cubes of fresh homemade cheese stewed in a creamy tomato gravy.
Aloo Saag
Fresh potatoes cooked with spinach and spices.
Aloo Tama
(NEW ITEM) Fermented black-eyed peas, bamboo shoots, potatoes, ginger, and tomatoes.
Chicken Biryani
Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.
Lamb Biryani
Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.
Vegetable Biryani
Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.
Goat Briyani
Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.
Shrimp Briyani
Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.
Vegetable Entree
Biryani
Naan
A flat leavened bread.
Basil Garlic Naan
Goat Cheese Naan
Peshawari Naan
Naan stuffed with dry cherry and coconut.
Roti
Vegan.
Keema Naan
(NEW ITEM) Naan stuffed with a minced lamb.
Onion Kulcha
Aloo Naan
Assorted Bread
Naan, roti and basil garlic naan.
Raita
Papadum
Mango Chutney
Indian Salad
Raw Onion, lemon, Chili
Mixed Pickle
Extra White Rice (16oz)
Basmati Rice
Masala Sauce
Extra Mint Sauce (8 oz)
Made with mint, cilantro, and homemade yogurt
Extra Tamarind Sauce ( 8 oz )
Daal Makhani (SIDE)
Slow-cooked black lentils (soaked overnight) with spices, butter, tomato, and cream.
Baingan Bharta (SIDE)
Mashed and Baked eggplant cooked with green peas, onion, tomato, and spices
Chana Masala (SIDE)
Garbanzo beans cooked with tangy spices.
Clay Oven Baked Bread
Sides
Kid's Chicken Fingers
Breaded and fried chicken marinated with kid friendly Indian masala.
Kid's Vegetable Fried Rice
Basmati rice cooked in garlic flavor and sauteed vegetables.
Fries
Junior Chicken Tikka Masala
Gulab Jamun
Solid milk dumpling in cardamom syrup.
Rasmalai
Patties made with cheese and milk and dipped in reduced keshar milk.
Kheer (Rice Pudding)
Made from rice, milk, sugar, cream and cardamom.
Kala Kand
Sweet milk cake made out of solidified, sweetened milk and panner.
Rasgulla
Ball-shaped dumplings of chenna dough cooked in sugar syrup.